LPR Annual Retreat
Save the dates: March 6-7, 2009
Register online.
LPR Board of Directors
The Hon. Bob Schaffer, Chairman
Wil Armstrong
Alex Cranberg
Mark Hillman
Helen Krieble
Ed McVaney
The Hon. Jeannie Reeser
Shari Williams, President
WORD ON THE STREET: THE LPR COMMUNITY Congratulations to Janet Rowland (LPR '08), reelected as Mesa County Commissioner and Spencer Swalm (LPR '05) reelected to the Colorado House of Representatives.
LPR Class of '09 enjoy networking after class. Pictured from left to right: Teri Olson, Tammy Swanson, Jane Young, Karen Korins, Evelyn Spicer and Bill Banta.
Opal Restaurant was packed with 140 grads and supporters for the LPR Holiday Party on December 11th. Pictured LPR Grads: Rich Sokal, Debbie Brown, Representative Spencer Swalm.
TIMELESS PRINCIPLES
featuring Jeff Bull, LPR Grad '05
Spurred to action, Jeff Bull decided to create an organization based on his principles.
GrowUp.org was founded to support the principles behind the American idea (rather grown up in nature and completely unique in the history of humanity): that all men are equal under God and that the purpose of government is therefore to protect the equal natural rights of its citizens. There is no natural principle of who rules and gets ruled (though there are despots aplenty who would argue otherwise). This was a huge shift from the prior status of strength/power/heredity as the basis for government.
LEADERS IN ACTION
featuring Representative Spencer Swalm, LPR Grad '05
Representative Spencer Swalm, earned media coverage for winning relection to the State House of Representatives and for his vigilence while campaigning. Doctors advised Rep. Swalm to get a hip replaced, but Swalm put off the surgery until after the election. He earns our "Leaders in Action" highlight because he personally knocked on 9000 doors in his legislative district -- mostly by using a Segway and old-fashioned determination.
If you have personal or career news to share with the LPR Community, an example of "Timeless Principles" or "Leaders in Action," send an email to Debbie Brown, Debbie@Leadershipprogram.org
The views and positions expressed by our profiled LPR Leaders in Action and columnists do not necessarily reflect the position of the Leadership Program of the Rockies.
2009 LPR Class Schedule
January 9, 2009 - Effective Communication
February 13, 2009 - Principle to Policy I: Empowering the Individual
March 6 -7, 2009 - Broadmoor Retreat
April 10, 2009 - Principle to Policy II: Rule of Law and Private Property
May 8, 2009 - Principle to Policy III: National Security and Foreign Policy
June 12, 2009 - Leadership in Action and Graduation
Interested in auditing a class? Please contact Jenn Hamann at jenn@leadershipprogram.org or 303-587-2609 |
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CHAIRMAN'S Message
by Bob Schaffer
Finding fortitude
In all our searching for virtuous leaders there is scarce mention anymore of the one foundational virtue upon which so many others stand: Fortitude.
Plato regarded it as a core element of perfect wisdom. He characterized fortitude as “the principle of not flying danger, but meeting it.”
Webster’s defines fortitude as “strength or firmness of mind that enables a person to encounter danger with coolness and courage or to bear pain or adversity without murmuring, depression, or despondency.”
Some say these uncertain times of global economic weakness present unique burdens for champions who see themselves as defenders of capitalism, economic freedom, rugged individualism, authentic liberty and human dignity. Answered in the context of fortitude, such burdens are rather cheerfully embraced as valuable leadership opportunities.
William Faulkner issued one of the best statements I’ve read about fortitude in remarks delivered in 1950 at a state dinner in Stockholm, Sweden where he received the Nobel Prize for literature.
Though he spoke of the duties of serious writers, his observations were no less directed toward anyone obliged to inspire whether by the pen, the podium or personal example. One must, “teach himself that the basest of all things is to be afraid; and, teaching himself that, forget it forever,” Faulkner said.
Faulkner called for focus on “the old verities and truths of the heart” which include “love and honor and pity and pride and compassion and sacrifice.” Fortitude is a function of experience and entails subjecting oneself to ongoing personal tests of increased difficulty.
Fortitude is proven by those who experience and survive depths of despair, who turn agony into hope and who overcome doubt by summoning courage.
Such leaders are in high demand today. At LPR, we work to prepare men and women who possess the rare virtue of fortitude for the noble calling of civic leadership – to become foundational leaders upon which others stand.
PRESIDENT'S COLUMN
by Shari Willilams
Now more than ever, we need the Leadership Program of the Rockies
We’re living in turbulent times in America when capitalism is shunned as a failed experiment and personal responsibility is dismissed as old-fashioned. These dangerous attacks on our nation’s core principles are growing in intensity. However, there is an answer.
Now more than ever, we need the Leadership Program of the Rockies.
The Leadership Program of the Rockies has a proven track record of training emerging leaders with an ideological compass -- including individual rights, personal responsibility, free markets, limited government, low taxes, and a strong national defense. These principle-centered leaders, in turn, can positively impact their communities, states and our nation.
Our successes are not possible without you.
Will you consider supporting our program?
CLICK HERE for the details on sponsorship levels and benefits.
A donation to the Leadership Program of the Rockies is tax-deductible, so you’re invited to become a supporter before the end of this fiscal year.
Can I count on your support? Let’s make an impact together.
CLASS RECAP: THE ESSENCE OF INFLUENCE MAKING
Chairman Bob Schaffer kicked off the December LPR Class with a charge to "Live Like a Leader" employing vision, strategies, projects and tactics. Emphasizing examples taken from the headlines, Schaffer argued that how a person acts in their personal life is relevant to how they will lead.
The class revolved around the theme "I want to be your most valuable player in public policy." The initials I, M, V, P stand for Issues and Ideas, Money (Resources), Votes/Values and Press. All the speakers tied into the class theme.
Bruce Haynes, a Public Affairs and Advertising Consultant, discussed values that affect public policy decision-making, trends in politics, and his analysis of the 2008 election cycle.
Loretta Cooper, award winning journalist and former ABC News Correspondent, spoke about press relations, press conferences, preparing for a story, and how to respond to the press in a crisis.
Scott Gessler, Attorney with Hackstaff Gessler, LLC spoke on the topic, "Think before you speak-- there might be a lawyer looking over your shoulder!"
Don Griffin, President of The Schuck Foundation, taught the basics of fundraising: top reasons to give money; 4 steps to fundraising; and operational take-aways.
Looking ahead...
The next LPR Class will be on Friday, January 9th covering Effective Communication. If you are an LPR Graduate interested in auditing the class, contact Jenn at jenn@leadershipprogram.org. |
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